As FC Copenhagen prepares to host Kilmarnock in the first leg of their Europa Conference League play-off, the Danish capital team stands out as the clear favorite, given their recent history in European competitions. Last season, Copenhagen reached the knockout stages of the Champions League, showcasing their quality by finishing ahead of formidable teams like Manchester United and Galatasaray in the group stage.
The matchup suggests a tactical game, with Copenhagen’s last five fixtures featuring fewer than 2.5 goals. This trend could continue against Kilmarnock, a team that has also demonstrated a knack for keeping scores low in their European travels this season, with both away games yielding just a single goal each.
Kilmarnock’s recent 1-0 victory over Tromso—a significant achievement in their European campaign—underlines their capacity to secure critical results away from home. However, facing Copenhagen represents a step up in class. With the hosts’ last six victories including two 2-0 wins, a similar outcome could be on the cards, especially considering the defensive setup likely to be employed by Kilmarnock’s manager Derek McInnes.
Betting tip – Under 3.5 match goals at 4/6
